Design No. 11

Noya

1896

Design 11 represents one of Alfred Mylne's early commissions, materialised in the yacht Noya, built in 1896. The design exists in the archive as three drawings. Limited documentation survives regarding the original specifications, builder, or subsequent history of this vessel. This record reflects the available evidence held within the Mylne collection.

Original Drawings · 1 sheet

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Dimensions

LOA7.6 m / 25 ft
LOD7.6 m / 25 ft
LWL4.9 m / 16 ft
Beam1.6 m / 5 ft
Draft0.8 m / 3 ft
Sail Area219 sq ft

Notes

See "Reminiscences of a Novice", Yachting Monthly, April 1921 - describes design as an "18ft Linear Rater"

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Historical Context

Alfred Mylne's practice commenced in the latter decades of the nineteenth century, a period of significant evolution in yacht design. The year 1896 falls within his early professional years. Design conventions of the period were transitioning, with developments in construction techniques and sailing theory influencing contemporary practice. The specific context of this particular commission—client, intended use, or design philosophy—is not documented in the surviving archive material.